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How Long Does Immunity Last After Receiving Twinrix Vaccination?

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Posted on Wed, 12 Apr 2017
Question: If I had the twinrix vaccine in2008 should I get it again to travel to Lima, Peru and are there any other vaccines recommended. I had a tetanus booster in 2014.
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Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (31 minutes later)
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Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Welcome and thanks for your query.
If you had the twinrix vaccine and the boosters ( 3 injections totally), then you are protected against Hepatitis A & B. There is no need for boosters. You are protected by the anti Tetanus booster, no need to repeat.
It may be good to be vaccinated against Typhoid and Yellow fever as these are also present in Peru.

Do get back to me if you have further queries.
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How Long Does Immunity Last After Receiving Twinrix Vaccination?

Brief Answer: Discussion follows Detailed Answer: Hello, Welcome and thanks for your query. If you had the twinrix vaccine and the boosters ( 3 injections totally), then you are protected against Hepatitis A & B. There is no need for boosters. You are protected by the anti Tetanus booster, no need to repeat. It may be good to be vaccinated against Typhoid and Yellow fever as these are also present in Peru. Do get back to me if you have further queries.